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US to blockade Strait of Hormuz | Crude prices back above $100 | Gift Nifty to see gap down opening

Global markets kick off the week on a cautious note as uncertainty around the Middle East intensifies. US markets ended mixed, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipping 0.6%, while the Nasdaq Composite edged higher and the S&P 500 closed largely flat. However, US futures are sharply lower, indicating weak sentiment ahead. Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated after nuclear talks failed, with Washington pushing for commitments while Tehran demands ceasefire terms, reparations, and control over the Strait of Hormuz. The situation has further intensified with signals of a possible naval blockade and continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Markets are reacting strongly—oil prices have surged 7–8%, crossing $100 per barrel again, while safe-haven demand shows mixed trends as gold slips and silver declines sharply. Meanwhile, US bond yields have climbed, with the 10-year yield nearing 4.35%, adding to global risk-off sentiment. Asian markets are trading lower in response, and early indicators suggest pressure on Indian equities as well. Despite Friday’s strong close—where the Nifty hit a one-month high of 24,051 and volatility cooled with a sharp drop in India VIX—GIFT Nifty is pointing toward a gap-down start for the week.

Global markets rise ahead of Islamabad Talks | Brent Oil near $98 | Nifty On Track for 5% gain this week

Markets ended the week on a strong note, with bulls firmly in control as the Nifty hovered near the 24,000 mark. Banking stocks led the rally, driving benchmark indices higher, while IT stocks remained under pressure following muted earnings from Tata Consultancy Services. Despite steady margins, TCS’s Q4 performance lacked growth momentum, weighing on the broader IT pack. On a weekly basis, the Nifty surged over 5.5%, reflecting strong investor sentiment. Meanwhile, mutual fund inflows remained robust, with equity funds seeing a one-year high as investors активно “bought the dip” in March. Global cues remain crucial, with Iran–United States talks in focus and oil prices staying elevated, keeping markets on edge.

Indian Hotels Company Limited| Why should u check into this hotel stock?| Stock of the Day

IHCL is well placed to ride the hotel industry upcycle in the medium run. To tap the strong demand momentum, IHCL has lined up healthy inventory addition plans. Also new businesses of re-imagined Ginger, food culinary business Q-Min as well as bungalow stays Ama provide an additional growth trigger. Operating leverage owing to sustained pricing would also aid in earnings growth.

Integrated Track Monitoring System explained in detail by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday, highlighted the importance of using advanced technology in Indian Railways. Speaking to ANI, the Railway Minister emphasised the importance of safety measures of the track system in railways. He highlighted the deployment of three ITMS (Integrated Track Monitoring System) machines two years ago, which have provided accurate railway track measurements. Watch here for more details

Trump 2.0 - How Will Trump’s Victory Impact The H-1B Visa Regime? | Indian-American| N18 G

Trump has been vocal about his anti-immigration policies. However, his actions during his previous term suggest we could see even stricter rules when it comes to legal immigration as well. This has significant implications for India, as it is the largest recipient of H1B and L1 visas, and also has the highest number of students in the U.S. The H1B Visa allows U.S. companies to hire skilled foreign workers for specialized roles, while the L1 Visa lets companies transfer employees to their U.S. counterparts.

'First Time In 500 years': Why this Diwali Is Special For PM Modi?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared this Diwali historic, as thousands of lamps will be lit in the Ram Lalla temple in Ayodhya after a 500-year wait. He described the occasion as a moment when "our Ram returns home," emphasizing that this Diwali marks the end of a prolonged wait. Modi made these remarks while launching development projects worth nearly Rs 12,850 crore and expanding the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme to senior citizens aged 70 and above. The consecration of the Ram Lalla idol at the Ayodhya temple earlier this year was a landmark event, witnessed by millions across the nation. Preparations for the festival include lighting 25 lakh diyas along the Sarayu River during 'Deepotsav' on October 29. With heavy security arrangements in place, Ayodhya is gearing up for grand celebrations, reflecting the significance of this festival of lights in the context of Indian heritage and spirituality.

Stock of the day| Landmark Cars| One of the companies to benefit from higher sale of premium cars

A leading auto retailer for premium and luxury cars in India, Landmark Cars partners with major OEMs in the passenger vehicle segment, including Mercedes-Benz, Jeep, Honda, Volkswagen, and Renault. Recent additions to its portfolio include MG Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, and BYD. In the commercial vehicle segment, it collaborates with Ashok Leyland.

AAP’s Atishi accuses BJP of conspiring to kill CM Arvind Kejriwal

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Education Minister Atishi made a shocking claim against the BJP on May 20. Atishi accused the BJP of conspiring to kill Delhi Chief Minister and AAP’s national convener Arvind Kejriwal. Atishi’s claim came amid reports of some death threats against Kejriwal appearing on the Delhi Metro stations and on social media. She claimed that on May 20 in Delhi Metro’s prominent stations like Rajiv Chowk, Patel Nagar and inside the Delhi Metro trains there were threats written. “How it can be possible when every corner of these metro stations are under the surveillance of CCTV and nobody is looking for the person who has written these threats. Where is Delhi Police?”

AI Alliance NCR: Is AI Poised to Disrupt India’s Tech Industry?

Moneycontrol's Chandra Srikanth discusses the influence of AI on India's IT sector: Will it cause disruption or usher in evolution? In an interview, Rafee Tarafdar, Chief Technology Officer at Infosys, shares insights on the industry's perspective on artificial intelligence.

Dow Jones Hits 40,000: A Timeline of Key Events Along Its Path to Milestones

Here’s a detailed overview of the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and the different times that it hit milestones of 10,000, 20,000, and 30,000 levels and what are the factors that propelled it to touch 40,000 levels.

Shocking Moments When Slovak PM Robert Fico Was Shot | PM No Longer in a Life-Threatening Condition

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico suffered life-threatening injuries on Wednesday when he was shot and wounded in an attempted assassination that stunned his small Central European nation and drew a chorus of international condemnation.

Indian men's football team captain Sunil Chhetri to play his last international match on June 6

Indian men's football team captain Sunil Chhetri will play his last international game against Kuwait on June 6 as he announces his retirement from the national team. Let's delve into his career highlights, which will serve as a source of inspiration for numerous Indian footballers. Take a look.

Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq touched record closing highs as CPI slows | Hopes of Fed rate cut grow

Indices on Wall street notched up to record closing highs after a smaller-than-expected rise in consumer inflation bolstered hopes for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Tepid U.S. Consumer Price Index data for April led traders to raise bets that the Fed will cut its policy rate in September and December

Independence Day 2023: Path For Solution In Manipur Will Be Through Peace: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address on the occasion of the 77th Independence Day celebrations from the Red Fort, said that the situation in the violence-hit Manipur is improving and urged people of the northeastern state to build on the peace restored there. The PM said the entire nation is with Manipur and the Centre and the state government are making every effort to find a solution and will continue to do so. “Path for solution in Manipur will be found through peace,” he said.